Eligible Users

The following individuals are eligible to use the MNU Library and its facilities:

•        👨‍🏫   Full-time staff of the University
•        🎓 Registered students of the University
•        📚 MNU part-time lecturers who have been granted special permission by the Dean of the respective Faculty or Centre
•        📝 Individuals granted special permission by the Chief Librarian in consultation with the Deputy Vice Chancellor
•        🎖️ Alumni registered with the MNU Alumni Association
•        🏛️ Present and former University Council members
•        🤝 Individuals authorized to use the Library under relevant Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs)

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Library Registration

Eligible users can register for MNU Library membership through the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC):

🌐 Register here:
https://mnu.edu.mv/opac

Borrowing

Registered MNU members may borrow from any MNU Library.
🪪 A valid MNU University ID is required.
👤 Borrowers are responsible for all issued items.
📅 Items must be returned by the due date to any MNU Library.

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Borrowing Limits

➕ Extra borrowing privileges may be granted at the Circulation Counter upon request.
🚫 Borrowing may be suspended for overdue items or unpaid charges.
👀 Users must monitor their own library account and due dates.
📆 If due date falls on a public holiday, return is due the next working day.
📖 Items can be reserved via the Library OPAC.
🔄 Renewals are allowed if items are not reserved by others.

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Fines & Overdue Items

📖 Fine Rates

⏰ Fines apply from due date/time, including weekends & holidays
📆 Maximum fine period: 40 days (after which item is treated as lost)
📆 No fines if due date falls on unexpected public holiday (returned next working day)
💳 Fines must be paid at the Circulation Desk
🎓 Outstanding fines may delay graduation or suspend borrowing privileges
📧 Reminder emails may be sent, but users are responsible for returns

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Lost or Damaged Items

Borrowers are responsible for all items issued until returned.
Lost or damaged items must be reported immediately.

⏳ All charges must be settled within 14 working days
🚫 Failure to pay may result in suspension of borrowing, 🎓 graduation hold, or 📝 stop-listing in the system
🏛️ Outstanding charges may be referred to the MNU Finance Department for recovery

Enjoy a quiet and focused study experience with our individual reading carrels available across all MNU Library branches.

Access Information

•         🚶 No prior booking is required
•        👥  Available on a first-come, first-served basis

Features

•       🪑 Private Study Spaces – Designed for individual use and minimal distractions
•       🔌 Power Access – Selected carrels include electrical outlets for charging laptops and mobile devices
•       📍 Available in All Libraries – Convenient access at every MNU Library location

 

Interlibrary Borrowing Arrangement between MNU Library and IUM Libraries

The MNU Library and IUM Libraries have established an interlibrary borrowing arrangement to enhance access to library resources for their students.

Registered students of both universities may borrow eligible physical library materials from the other institution’s library.

Students must first register as an external borrower at the host library before borrowing materials.
Borrowing, loan periods, renewals, fines, and all other borrowing conditions are subject to the rules and regulations of the lending library.

Library users are expected to comply with the policies of the host library at all times.

Register

• MNU Students

• Complete the Request to Become a Member of Inter-Library Loan Service (for MNU students) form to register at IUM.

• IUM Students

• Complete the Request to become a Special Library Member LB-04 form to register at MNU.

Accessible to all MNU students and staff

      📍 Available in all 8 library branches

      📚  Supports study and research activities

      💰 No charges for using computer facilities

       ⏱  Walk-in access without reservations